Brian Nadel
Brian Nadel is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in technology reporting and reviewing. He works out of the suburban New York City area and has covered topics from nuclear power plants and Wi-Fi routers to cars and tablets. The former editor-in-chief of Mobile Computing and Communications, Nadel is the recipient of the TransPacific Writing Award.
Latest articles by Brian Nadel

Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 review
By Brian Nadel published
Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 includes everything you need to protect your Mac from malware and other online threats but lacks a dashboard to tie the various programs together.

Tenda Nova MW6 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Tenda Nova MW6 is a budget mesh Wi-Fi system that’s easy to set up but won’t win any speed tests.

TP-Link Deco M3 review
By Brian Nadel published
The TP-Link Deco M3 is a budget mesh router that punches above its class even with its hybrid approach to mesh networking.

MeshForce M3 review
By Brian Nadel published
The MeshForce M3 is a budget mesh router well suited for ranch-style single floor homes but its performance leaves a lot to be desired.

Asus ZenWiFi XP4 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus ZenWifi XP4 allows you to create a fast mesh network or even a hybrid one using its built-in PowerLine technology.

How to turn an old router into a Wi-Fi extender
By Brian Nadel last updated
Got Wi-Fi dead zones? A dusty old router can be easily transformed into a wireless network extender to get whole-house Wi-Fi.

Bitdefender Antivirus Free for Windows review
By Brian Nadel published
Bitdefender Antivirus Free for Windows delivers set it and forget protection for those looking for a no-frills, free antivirus.

Surfshark One review
By Brian Nadel last updated
Surfshark One is a new internet security suite from the VPN maker that includes an antivirus, private search, breach alerts and of course, access to an unlimited VPN.

Linksys Hydra Pro 6 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Linksys Hydra Pro 6 is a highly customizable Wi-Fi 6 router in a small package that can also be used to set up a mesh network.

Amplifi Alien review
By Brian Nadel published
The Amplifi Alien is a futuristic mesh router that can show you what’s going on with your Wi-Fi network by glancing at its touchscreen.

Gryphon Secure Mesh Router Review: Performance Meets Protection
By Brian Nadel last updated
Big and twisted, the Gryphon Secure Mesh System looks like no other router on the planet

Norton Core Router Review
By Brian Nadel last updated
Not only is the Norton Core a high-performance router that pumps out the data, but it inspects every data packet entering your network.

McAfee Internet Security 2016 Review
By Brian Nadel last updated
McAfee Internet Security is a solid, if not stellar, antivirus suite that protects an unlimited number of devices across multiple platforms.

Asus ZenWiFi ET8 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus ZenWiFi ET8 can move more data farther than other mesh router kits but only comes in a two-pack for now.

Netgear 4G LTE Advanced WiFi Router (LBR20) review
By Brian Nadel published
The Netgear Orbi LBR20 gives you the freedom to choose between broadband or LTE for your home’s wireless network.

Motorola Q11 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Motorola Q11 delivers on price, ease of setup and configurability but falls short when it comes to ports and wireless connectivity at a distance.

Asus GT-AXE11000 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus GT-AXE11000 is a customizable gaming router with blazing fast speeds and loads of features.

Malwarebytes Mobile Security review
By Brian Nadel published
Malwarebytes Mobile Security provides good protection for your Android devices but you’ll need the top plan if you also want access to a VPN.

Lookout Mobile Security review
By Brian Nadel published
Lookout Mobile Security is expensive, but this Android antivirus also includes excellent identity protection.

RoofPax Air Compressor review
By Brian Nadel published
RoofPax Air Compressor could be the tire inflator for you, if you can get over the build quality

Carsun Portable Air Pump review
By Brian Nadel published
While not perfect, the Carsun Portable Air Pump offers great results for a bargain price tag.

Black + Decker 20V Max Inflator review
By Brian Nadel published
The Black + Decker 20V Max Inflator is a great tire inflator that’s only let down by its bulk and lack of extra features.

Amazon Basics Portable Air Compressor review
By Brian Nadel published
A mix of old and new tech, the Amazon Basics Portable Air Compressor is throw-back to a simpler time, with speedy inflation capabilities.
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